Shawn stared at Dong Jiao lying in Room 188 of Mengzhu Grand Hotel, his face looking awkward and embarrassed. As his hands—slightly clumsy—were about to reach out, Dong Jiao had just turned over in her unconscious state, and Shawn’s hands gently brushed against the jade pendant she was wearing. At that moment, a brilliant light burst from the pendant, blinding Shawn so intensely that he could barely open his eyes. He immediately covered his eyes, feeling a sharp pain. As the jade pendant glowed, Dong Jiao’s eyes began to slowly open. When she saw Shawn’s flustered, eager expression, she was astonished. She had just been at Xiangmi Restaurant—how had she ended up here at Mengzhu Grand Hotel? She quickly asked, “Shawn! What have you done to me?” She immediately checked her clothes, which were intact, then stepped back, curling up in a corner of the bed, facing Shawn and saying, “Shawn! Don’t come near! Don’t come near!” "Sean wouldn't let go. Today, he was determined to succeed—securing this stunning Eastern beauty, Mochou, had long been his core objective." "Miss Dong! Didn't you know that I've admired you for a long time? I've been waiting for this very moment! As long as you agree to me, I'll make you even more popular than ever. If you refuse, I can simply replace you at any time. After all, there are countless celebrity women who have been eyeing me, each hoping for a well-known director to help launch their careers!" Sean finally revealed his true intentions. Our heroine, Dong Jiao, kept shaking her head vigorously, like a windmill, and said to Sean, "Sean! You're mistaken. I'm not someone who seeks wealth or status—I only pursue the people I truly love!" "Hmph! You've seen how Hao Liang has already turned down your offers. Hao Liang is quite romantic—he has many women in his life. Didn't you know that?" What's in it for you? If you follow me, Sean! I'll instantly turn you into an international superstar! How about that—international superstar, earning millions every year! Sean presented his enticing offer, making a firm promise to Dong Jiao: "As long as you agree to follow me, I'll marry you right away! I'll give you the highest honor and the greatest wealth!" Dong Jiao hesitated. She couldn't help it at this moment. In this society driven by materialism and ambition, everyone strives for maximum returns—so does she. Her dream is to become an international superstar and win the top prize, the Palme d'Or, at the Cannes Film Festival. She knows well the unspoken rules in the entertainment industry. Throughout her career, she has always maintained her purity—her body will be reserved solely for her true love. Who is that true love now? How should she choose? Dong Jiao was indecisive. When Xiong saw Dong hesitate, he thought she had been touched by his sincerity, so he intensified his efforts and said to her, "I've never been so deeply in love with a woman before. Since I met you, I've been completely crazy—so deeply in love with you! I truly love you! I truly love you! I swear, I'll treat you well, cherish you like a precious treasure. Unlike someone else who doesn't know how to care for you, love you, or protect you. When you need me most, they always retreat, far away. Only I remain close—no, always by your side, always your guardian!" Xiong was exceptionally skilled at sweet words, always winning over women's hearts. Dong had not been well cared for for a long time. Though she was a dazzling, beautiful celebrity, she felt deeply lonely. "Hao Liang! Why haven't you appeared? Do you know? I love you so much! Why do you keep avoiding me?" Last time at Shaolin Temple, you were absolutely brilliant—you went monastic, so did I, yet I still followed your lead and performed beautifully. Eventually, I achieved what I have today. But these accomplishments represent only part of my journey. What I truly need is someone who truly cares for me, loves me, and nurtures me. Right now, I feel so deeply in need. As soon as I returned to Kyoto, I found you—only for you to reject me in front of millions of viewers on television. It broke my heart. I am suffering—more than I can bear! Dong Jiao's emotional life is profoundly empty, and Xiao En has skillfully exploited this emotional void, allowing himself to launch his full-blown "dating campaign" with complete freedom. For Xiao En, his ultimate goal is simply to get Dong Jiao into bed. Women are like paper towels—valuable and esteemed until they're used, then they become mere waste. When Xiao En finally took action, his clumsy hands made contact with Dong Jiao's pendant again, and he let out a sharp cry. "Ah! Ah! Oh! Oh!" Shawn's hands felt as if pricked by needles. He stared at Dong Jiao in wide-eyed shock, saying, "What on earth are you carrying? Why can't I even touch you? Quickly! Quickly, take off that jade pendant!" Dong Jiao was merely curious. Oh, was her jade pendant really that magical? Could it really prevent anyone from touching it? She gently felt its smooth, pleasant warmth—excellent! She tried to remove it, but no matter how hard she tried, it wouldn't come off. How strange! Yet, she herself liked it, so she decided to keep it. Shawn couldn't believe it—his entire plan for the day had completely collapsed. He grew instantly disheartened and said sharply to Dong Jiao, "Miss Dong! As you know, I'm an internationally renowned director. If you don't cooperate with me, then I'll simply have to exercise all the rights I've reserved! You'd better reconsider!" With that, he sighed and walked off in frustration. Dong Jiao understood exactly what Shawn meant. Dong Jiao had always dreamed of becoming an international star and working with Shawn—this was a dream and aspiration shared by countless female actors. Dong Jiao felt deeply conflicted, unsure about how to proceed in the future. When Xiao En left, Dong Jiao cried. At that moment, a voice came through: "Don't cry! Be strong! Believe in yourself! Believe in me!" Dong Jiao immediately looked up—wow! It was him! Gao Guang. Gao Guang's eyes were full of confidence, filled with encouragement. Dong Jiao quickly wiped away her tears and said to Gao Guang, "I don't need you to take care of me! What does my crying have to do with you?" Gao Guang walked away without saying a word. As he went, Dong Jiao watched his retreating back and said, "Gao Guang! Are we really drifting further and further apart? Well! Starting tomorrow, I'm going to live my own life! I'll listen to just one thing you said—be strong! Yes, be strong! I won't give up! I'll win! I'll strive for my dream of becoming an international star!" The next day, when Dong Jiao arrived at the "Dream Broken in the Red Chamber" filming site of Feng Lian Manor, she found Xiao En already leading his team in busy shooting. Hmm, why didn't they notify me before they started? After all, I'm the lead actress! When Dong Jiao walked in, she noticed her good friend Yu Die, dressed lightly, performing various gestures in front of the camera, while Xiao En continuously shouted his approval.